C is for Community and Charity
We are so lucky to live in such a beautiful place with an incredibly special community, which we love to support through charitable events held at The Cottages and The Homestead, and by offering stays at The Cottages at charity auctions.
We are so lucky to live in such a beautiful place with an incredibly special community.
We have supported the following charities through events held at The Cottages and The Homestead, and by offering stays at The Cottages at charity auctions and as raffle prizes.
All these charities support our local community directly:
Impact100
(www.wakatipucommunityfoundation.co.nz/impact100)
Final Five Event at The Homestead in October 2020
The local Queenstown branch of Impact100 raised NZD120,000 for local charities in its inaugural year 2020
Basket of Blessings
(www.basketsofblessings.co.nz)
Pop Up Art Show at The Cottages in December 2020
Christmas raffle tickets to win two original paintings by our featured NZ artists and a 2 night stay at The Cottages
Baskets of Blessings, Happiness House, Lakes District Air Rescue Trust
The Hills Charity Day in January 2021
2 night stay at The Cottages raised NZD1250
Shotover Primary School Fundraiser
Garden Tour at The Homestead in March 2021
Wakatipu High School Foundation
(www.whsf.nz)
WHSF Charity Dinner in June 2021
2 night stay at The Cottages and dinner at Amisfield raised NZD3600
What our guests had to say
A luxury stay The Cottages at Lake Hayes was the perfect accommodation booking I have ever chosen. The immediate reply when enquiring about my stay made is simple and clear. The communication was available the entire stay and the quality of each cottage was 100% best value. The decor and...
Taane
Did NOT want to leave Absolutely loved the cottages! Chilled bubbles in the fridge, chocolate and a handwritten welcome note. Hot tub was amazing, the gardens, clean place and comfortable. Just what we needed. Everything was awesome! Thank you!
CV2DV
These cottages are beautifully designed right down to the last detail. The living space is generous and well laid out and the bedrooms finished to a high standard with no expense spared on the beds to ensure a great night's sleep. Situated right on the lake edge, it's hard to beat this...
Chris
Amazing stay We stayed for 4 nights in the Luna cottage and loved everything about our stay. Beautiful peaceful setting on the lake, Wonderful views from the outdoor hot tub and beautifully designed furnishings in the self contained cottage. Great central location for walks and visit to...
Lisa A
Amazing Gorgeous spot! Better than any hotel I've stayed at. The whole experience was really easy, the check in was seamless, the cottages are beautiful, every detail has been thought of. We can't wait to come back!
theyseemerollin
Cant wait to come back and stay again! Well equipped cottages with stunning outlook over looking Lake Hayes. Easy park up to the front door access to each cottage which has two king size bedrooms and spacious en-suites each, along with a full kitchen and lovely dining/sitting area. Perfect for...
Fussy Traveller 2
Brilliant execution! We had two cottages with friends and family. It’s a gorgeous location. It has been very thoughtfully planned and built. This made our stay a real pleasure - it’s far from a standard, “beige” holiday rental. We left some personal items in a drawer and...
luciej2025
Fabulous spot for friends, family, and couples! Loved staying in the relaxing and stylish cottages!! They have thought of everything and you really feel at home. Fabulous spot for friends, family, and couples. Close to everywhere in the Queenstown region. Can't wait to stay again!
TamaraMiles
The cottages are very spacious, beautifully designed, and decorated. They are in a wonderful location overlooking Lake Hayes, close to both Arrowtown and Queenstown. I would recommend the cottages for a long weekend.
Jason
Such a paradise! Sometimes Instagram does not live up to reality. I had been following the cottages at Lake Hayes thinking how wonderful they looked. They are even better in reality! Impeccably designed to the incredible views, they are so comfortable and feel like you want to live in one...
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